Ellis Blvd NW Levee and Floodwall Improvements

The City of Cedar Rapids is soliciting bids for the design‑build construction of a new earthen levee and floodwall along Ellis Blvd NW, including the removal, realignment, and reconstruction of the roadway and associated water, sanitary, and storm sewer utilities. The project’s estimated engineering cost is $4.53 million, with an early start upon notice to proceed and a final completion target of 10/27/2028. Bidders must submit a bid bond, complete the required forms, and adhere to extensive environmental, safety, and equal‑opportunity requirements. • Scope: earthen levee, floodwall, road reconstruction, utility (water, sewer, storm) upgrades. • Location: Ellis Blvd NW, from Q Avenue NW to Ellis Park, Cedar Rapids, IA. • Estimated cost: $4,530,000 (engineer’s opinion). • Schedule: Early start after notice; late start 03/29/2027; final completion 10/27/2028. • Pre‑bid meeting: 11/3/2026 (optional). • Questions due: 11/12/2026; Bid deadline: 11/18/2026. • Mandatory attachments: Bid bond, bidder status form, unit price reference sheet, project plans. • Compliance: drug‑free workplace, EEO/affirmative action, non‑collusion affidavit, environmental safeguards.